1991 FORD ECONOLINE Recalls (3)
- Campaign:
- 91V146000 on 09/29/1991
- Component:
- Fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank:selector devices
- Manufactured:
- 01/31/1989 - 01/31/1991
- Affected:
- 350,000
- Defect:
- The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap.
- Consequence:
- The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
- Correction:
- Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.
- Notes:
- System: fuel tank, auxilliary.vehicle description: vans and light trucks with dual fuel tanks produced in thefollowing periods: f150, f250, and f350 light trucks built between february 28,1989 and july, 1989; econoline built between february 28, 1989 andfebruary 11, 1991.note: ford has agreed to recall these vehicles but parts are not yet available.parts will be available in december 1991. you will receive a letter from fordadvising you when to schedule an appointment with your dealer to have the recallwork performed. in the mean time, you can take the following precautions:fill each tank to only 1/3 full.if your vehicle leaks fuel or if you smell fuel, stop using the vehicle andcall ford at (313) 446-4654 and advise them of your problem. refer to fordsafety recall number 91s39. an operator will take your name and telephonenumber. a ford representative will call you back.
- Campaign:
- 91V172000 on 10/06/1991
- Component:
- Seat belts:front:anchorage
- Manufactured:
- 09/30/1990 - 02/28/1991
- Affected:
- 1,010
- Defect:
- The safety belt anchorage for the rear bench seat failed to comply with the standards of fmvss 210.
- Consequence:
- Failure to meet the load requirements of fmvss 210 placethe seat occupants in increased risk of injury in the event of a sudden stopor accident.
- Correction:
- The manufacture will replace the non-complying safety belt anchorage with a new anchorage that meets the requirements of fmvss 210.
- Notes:
- System: rear bench seat: safety belt anchorage, fmvss 210.vehicle description: full sized van (econoline) conversions.note: this recall is being conducted by glaval corporation;29340 lexington park drive; elkhart, indiana46515.
- Campaign:
- 93V073000 on 04/29/1993
- Component:
- Suspension:rear:shock absorber
- Manufactured:
- 06/30/1989 - 07/31/1991
- Affected:
- 25,000
- Defect:
- The rear shock crossmember of the frame can crack and separate from the frame.
- Consequence:
- Separation of the rear shock crossmember from the framecan result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
- Correction:
- Replace the rear chock crossmember with a shock crossmember made of high strength steel.
- Notes:
- System: suspension.vehicle description: vans; model e250 econoline.
1991 FORD ECONOLINE TSBs (45)
- Bulletin:
- 942318
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- transmission overheating, converter cover discoloration, clutches burned and burnt fluid *tw
- Bulletin:
- 942411
- Component:
- 034510 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
- Summary:
- brakes - calipers - front caliper piston boots damaged. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 942415
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- upgrade kit for the e40d transmission. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 95210
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- engine hesitation/surge during light acceleration. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 95212
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- vehicles may exhibit a shift concern. *tw
- Bulletin:
- BC3131950301
- Component:
- 063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
- Summary:
- service procedure for catalytic converter restriction issues - procedure requires the use of new ecm, iac valve and expansion chamber. *tw
- Bulletin:
- BC4157950301
- Component:
- 063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
- Summary:
- no start condition caused by plugged catalytic converter. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 95310
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- new torque-to-yield cylinder head bolt kit. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9568
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- revised oil pan gasket. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 95619
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- new design transmission range sensor. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 95711
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- some vehicles may exhibit a lack of power or a no start condition due to an exhaust restriction. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9588
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- knocking noise on initial start-up. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 951112
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- revised design transmission rear case bushing. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9568
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Unknown
- Bulletin:
- 95212
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- the use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par
- Bulletin:
- 96246
- Component:
- 114000 electrical system:wiring
- Summary:
- Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 96249
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 96221
- Component:
- 131000 visibility:windshield
- Summary:
- Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 962612
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 9747
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 9748
- Component:
- 061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
- Summary:
- Accessory drive belts- fead belt comes off- vehicles with 4.9l engine. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 97511
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 9768
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 985A13
- Component:
- 034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
- Summary:
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9888
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9848
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98419
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62,628, and/or 1728. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9852
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9864
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9873
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 98246
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98123
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62, 628, and / or 1728 may be stored in memory. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010198
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may develop "cavitation" erosion in the cylinder wall of the engine. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99816
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99129
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99222
- Component:
- 114000 electrical system:wiring
- Summary:
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99196
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 98167
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Transmission-e40d-no 2-3 upshift. some vehicles may exhibit a no 2-3 upshift condition. *ak
- Bulletin:
- 98168
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Transmission- e40d/4r100-1989-99-main controls, separator plates and separator plate gaskets usage chart. yd
- Bulletin:
- 0015
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 0038
- Component:
- 103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
- Summary:
- Vehicles may experience solid particle contaminants from prior transmission concerns or excess wear, may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system is not properly flushed, fluid in-line filter kit. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 96728
- Component:
- 101000 power train:clutch assembly
- Summary:
- Service tip information regarding the reverse clutch piston and piston seal usage. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99152
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 002310
- Component:
- 103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
- Summary:
- Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01156
- Component:
- 138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
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